This is the 1496th most frequent Japanese word.
おの
Axe.
In this sentence, 'おの' refers to an axe, a tool used for cutting wood. It's a noun used in its literal meaning.
彼は木材を切るためにおのを使います。
He uses an axe to cut wood.
Here, 'おの' denotes a specific axe being described, emphasizing the object's age. The word still retains its original meaning typically associated with the tool.
そのおのはとても古いものです。
That axe is a very old item.
In this example, 'おの' represents the concept of an axe in a general sense, discussing its use as a tool throughout history.